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BACKBONE One Mobile Gaming Controller (PlayStation Edition), USB-C Phone Controller for Android & iPhone 15/16/17 Series, 2nd Gen, Play Xbox, Fortnite, Call of Duty

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No battery to charge separately — it draws low power directly through the phone's USB-C port, which is the detail that actually makes it grab-and-go rather than another gadget to remember to plug in the night before. It extends to fit larger phones and cases via magnetic adapters, and reviewers consistently note the analog sticks and D-pad feel closer to a real console controller than most clip-on options at this size.

— Sophia & Ryan

About this item

  • PLAY VIRTUALLY ANY GAME, ANYWHERE: Enjoy mobile gaming on the go. Play App Store hits like Call of Duty, Fortnite & Roblox, stream through Xbox Game Pass & GeForce NOW, or connect via Remote Play from PlayStation, Xbox, or PC.
  • PRECISION CONTROLS: Crafted for accuracy and comfort, this compact phone gaming controller features ultra-wide analog triggers, high-precision thumbsticks, and a responsive D-pad/buttons. Designed for smooth, reliable gameplay across all your favorite titles.
  • IN-APP EMULATOR READY FOR iOS USERS: Turn your mobile controller into a retro gaming hub! Import your own ROMs, play offline, and enjoy controller support with Backbone’s in-app emulator. Available to iOS users on version 18.4 or higher (Android version in development). A Backbone+ subscription is required, making it the ideal gift for gamers craving classic titles on the go.
  • MULTI-PLATFORM READY: Compatible with iPhone and most Android phones and using USB-C. For iPhone 14 and older, see our Lightning version. Includes magnetic adapters for case support, making this a versatile mobile phone controller for USB-C-enabled devices.
  • BACKBONE+ TRIAL INCLUDED: Unlock enhanced features with a trial membership, including game recording, friends list, and a universal launcher. With Backbone+, enjoy free instant access to a wide variety of games, enhancing your experience by letting you play immediately without paying for extra features. This gaming controller works out of the box. A Backbone+ subscription is optional and not required to play games.

Styling tip

Worth being upfront: the Backbone+ subscription unlocks extras like game recording and the universal launcher, but the controller itself works fully out of the box without it — a genuinely optional add-on, not a paywall disguised as one. This is less a "styling" pick and more a bag or nightstand-drawer item — the appeal is that it disappears into a pocket when not in use, unlike a full console controller.

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